1953 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1997 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1997 Opel Tigra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 94 kg more than 1997 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Aurelia | 1997 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Aurelia | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
